Teach College in High School Courses at Harrisburg University
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Harrisburg University partners with high schools across Pennsylvania to offer College in High School (CiHS) opportunities. These dual-enrollment courses allow students to earn college credits — without ever leaving their high school campus.
If you’re a teacher interested in bringing college-level learning to your students, this page is for you.
Why Teach a College in High School Course?
By teaching a College in High School course, you:
- Deliver rigorous, college-level content to your students.
- Help students save time and money on their future degrees.
- Expand access to higher education in your school community.
- Engage in ongoing professional development.
- Collaborate with Harrisburg University faculty and staff.
Teacher Responsibilities
As a participating instructor, you will:
- Align your syllabus with HU’s college-level standards.
- Participate in required onboarding and training sessions.
- Coordinate regularly with a designated HU faculty liaison.
- Submit grades and documentation to HU in a timely manner.
HU provides support at every step to ensure a smooth and successful experience.
Who Can Teach?
To be eligible, instructors typically must have:
- A master’s degree in the course subject area, OR
- A master’s degree in another field with sufficient graduate coursework in the subject area.
Our team will evaluate your credentials and assist with any required documentation.
What Courses Can I Teach?
Course offerings are designed to meet district needs and often include:
- Biology, Chemistry and Physics
- English Composition and Speech
- Environmental Science and Forensics
- Introduction to Computer Science
- Algebra, Calculus and Statistics
- STEM-focused, career-aligned electives
Courses must be reviewed and approved through a curriculum alignment process.
How Courses Are Approved
Before launching a College in High School course, teachers and district leaders work with Harrisburg University to:
- Submit a proposed syllabus.
- Align learning outcomes with the HU curriculum.
- Undergo a formal approval and onboarding process.
HU’s faculty liaisons will guide you throughout the process.
Key Dates and Timeline
Important milestones include:
- Instructor Application Deadlines
- Required Training Sessions
- Student Registration Periods
- Final Grade Submission Deadlines
You’ll receive a full academic calendar during onboarding.
Ready to Begin?
First Step:
Contact the Harrisburg University Dual Enrollment Team at DualEnrollment@HarrisburgU.edu with any questions. Once we receive your inquiry, our team will reach out to walk you through the eligibility and onboarding process.
